What qualifies as disfigurement under Delaware Workers’ Compensation law?
Disfigurement refers to visible and permanent changes to a worker’s appearance caused by a job-related injury, such as scars or burns. To qualify, the disfigurement must be noticeable and affect areas like the face, neck, arms, or legs. The Industrial Accident Board evaluates the condition and sets the award amount.
Source File: Facts About Workers Compensation in Delaware (English)
Law Reference: Delaware Code Title 19, §2326(f)